Explore the best of Northumberland with a stay at this picturesque holiday cottage, located just 10 miles from Newcastle in the idyllic village of Backworth. Sleeping six across three spacious bedrooms, it’s the perfect spot for a family break. Of course, no break is complete without the whole family, so bring your two canine companions along and spend your days exploring the beaches and footpaths nearby.
Feel instantly at home in this Grade II listed property, with has a welcoming touch with tasteful decor throughout. The light and airy lounge offers plenty of space for the whole family to relax and unwind together, with a large stone fireplace and log burning stove adding to the warmth and charm. Why not enjoy a family film night in front of the TV/DVD as the dogs snooze beside the crackling fire beside you? Upstairs, you’ll find three cosy bedrooms for a peaceful night’s rest, including a king-size bedroom with its own feature fireplace, and two bedrooms that include twin and midi beds - perfect for kids or extra guests. In summer months, you’re sure to want to make the most of the great outdoors, so while away a few hours before bed with a BBQ as the children and dogs play in the enclosed garden.
Grab a beach towel and head for nearby Whitley Bay (4 miles) or Tynemouth (6 miles), where you’ll find sections of dog-friendly beaches (but be mindful of summer restrictions). The National Trust’s Gibside estate (14.5 miles) offers 600 acres of gardens, woodland and countryside to explore with your hound. Further afield on the outskirts of Durham, Broom House Farm (22.5 miles) offers a brilliant adventure trail through the woods, as well as a farm shop and tearoom that welcomes dogs.